JAMB CBT Tips: How To Answer JAMB Questions With Computer

Answering JAMB Questions is not difficult especially if you are prepared for it. Let me show you comprehensive CBT Tips on how to answer JAMB Questions with computer, and all you need to prepare and pass JAMB UTME once and for all. We had earlier posted similar articles which has helped millions of JAMB UTME candidates.

Looking at the abysmal rates of failure among Nigerian students in JAMB UTME, one can not but wonder why others still find out some clever ways to pass JAMB.

Please refer to an interesting article, “Forget Expo!!! Here Are 7 Clever Ways To Pass JAMB”

UTME JAMB exam comprises four (4) subjects combination. One compulsory subject is the Use of English, and three (3) other subjects which goes with your course of study.

JAMB exam is completely Computer Based Test (CBT). Meaning all your JAMB questions will be asked and answered with  a computer.

So you have to know how to answer JAMB Questions with computer especially if this is your first time JAMB exam or your computer skill level is low.

What To Expect On JAMB CBT Exams Day

You will be given two hours to answer 180 questions; 60 for English, and 40 for each of the other subjects. Speed and accuracy matter a lot. If you have been using the JAMB CBT Mobile App (for Android mobile phones) and JAMB CBT Software (for Desktops and Laptops), the examination should be simple enough.

Important Computer Keyboard keys to remember

If you are using the keyboard, here are the most important keys;

N – To move to the next question
P – To go back to the previous question
A – To select option A on a question
B – To select option B on a question
C – To select option C on a question
D – To select option D on a question
S – To submit your exam (Be Careful)
R – To Cancel Submit (and RETURN)

The above will be stated before you start the exam, so you should read the instructions properly before starting.

However, you should note that there are actions you may not be able to perform using the keyboard. In this case, you must use your Mouse (or track-pad). These are;

If you need to switch from one subject to another. That is if you want to answer a particular subject before going to another.
If you need to use the on-screen calculator at the top right corner of your screen.
The on-screen calculator will be available on the screen for candidates who will be taking subjects that involve calculations.

 

Can I Write JAMB Without Computer Training?

YES, you can answer JAMB Questions without computer training. If you need any “computer training” at all, it is only to know how to answer JAMB Questions with computer mouse and keyboard.

Nothing else!

How Does JAMB Set Their Questions?

Questions for JAMB UTME are set using the syllabus to set questions. Approved professionals are given the topics in the syllabus to set questions. Then, those people form and create questions from textbooks, questions under the topics, past questions, and their experience.

 

Let’s scroll down for required steps to start preparing for JAMB:

How Do I Prepare And Pass JAMB This Year?

Do NOT joke with these Tips! The JAMB CBT Tips you need to prepare and pass JAMB include:

• Start preparing early, like three (3) months before the exam date.
• Like a track race, set a high target Score. If your course is competitive, plan to score 3**
• Study for JAMB the right way. Set personal study time-table and practice several mock exam for your self.
• Consistently study with determination. Shut out or postpone distractions.
• Work with JAMB Syllabus to understand mode of questions per topic.
• Make use of JAMB Past Questions so as to quickly get used to how to select the write answers.
• Use JAMB recommended Textbooks for your study. If you can afford one, borrow and make photocopies.
• Learn how to manage your time bearing in mind exam duration of 30 minutes for each subject

 

How To Avoid Missing JAMB exam

1. To avoid missing your JAMB UTME examination ensure you travel to your JAMB exam venue at least 3 or 2 days prior to your exam date.
2. Identify the examination centre, and study the nature of traffic that occurs before the hour preceeding the exam.
3. Determine whether to book an hotel space or find a day’s accommodation or squart in order to avoid lateness.
4. Ensure you get to the exam venue at least 2 hours before the starting time.
5. Take with you adequate writing materials.
6. Don’t forget to have a good breakfast, but avoid drinking too much water to delay frequent visiting of the toilet.
7. Take prior adequate medication to avoid falling sick on exam day.
8. Be confident of yourself and pray before you start your exam.

 

How Do I Manage JAMB CBT Exam Duration?

1. First be conscious that If you arrive the CBT Centre after thirty minutes (30mins.) into the examination, you will be bared from getting into the testing centre. See 2025 JAMB CBT Exam Centres In Nigeria 36 States
2. The DURATION of the JAMB UTME Exam is 2 hours, within which you are expected to answer 180 MULTIPLE QUESTIONS.
3. To sufficiently allot time to each question, divide 120 minutes (i.e 2hrs) by 180. This will give you 40 SECONDS. Therefore, you should plan how to spend about 40 SECONDS (less than a minute) on each question.
4. Where you can’t quickly determine an accurate answer, write the question number on a sheet of paper, and jump to the next question until you finish that subject. Then, return to the Question number to answer it again.
5. Be sure to choose the closest answer where there are two or three close answers.

 

How To Answer JAMB Questions With Computer

When you are assigned to your seat, quickly check the computer devices to know if the devices are properly working. Shake the mouse, and click on the longest key on the keyboard. If you notices any device is not working, quickly call the attention of one of the CBT centre invigilators. See Tips To Overcoming Examination Fever.

Power outage or system failure will not result in the loss of the selected answers and the time allocated. So don’t panic when there is an outage. You will be guided on what to do by the JAMB CBT invigilators/ exam officials.

NOTICE:  JAMB UTME CBT HAS FOUR (4) BATCHES EACH DAY

The UTME will commence on April 18th, 2025.

1st Batch, Will Commence By 7:00 am

2nd Batch, Will Commence By 9:00am

3rd Batch, Will Commence By 12:00pm

4th Batch, Will Commence By 3:00pm

 

JAMB Comprises Four(4) Subjects

(1). English = 60 questions in 40 minutes.

(2). 2nd Subject = 40 questions in 27 minutes

(3). 3rd Subject = 40 questions in 27 minutes

(4). 4th Subject = 40 questions in 26 minutes

A total of 180 questions and 2hours.

10 Questions will be from the JAMB recommended reading text.

Use an average 40 seconds to answer each question.

 

JAMB 8 keyboard keys Features

A – For option A
B – For option B
C – For option C
D – For option D
R – For Reverse Question
N – For Next Question
P – For the Previous Question
S – For Submit

Take note of these 8 Keyboard Keys Features as you might not be provided with a mouse on the examination day.

 

To Answer JAMB Questions With Computer:

1. Login With Your JAMB Registration Number.
2. Pay Attention To The Instructions.
3. Start The Exam.
4. Read The Questions Twice (2 times).
5. Select One Answer.
6. Answer The Easy Question First.
7. Crosscheck Your Answers

 

How To Answer JAMB Questions With Computer Keyboard & Mouse Device

 

First let me show you How To Answer JAMB Questions With Computer Keyboard:

This is the simplest method because it involves using just 9 keys (A, B, C, D, N, P, S, R, Y) on the keyboard.

• Press “A”  to choose option A as your answer.
• Press “B”  to choose option B as your answer.
• Press “C” to choose option C as your answer.
• Press “D” to choose option D as your answer.

After choosing the option that you think is the correct answer for that question,

• Press “N” to go to the Next question.
• Press “P” to go back to the Previous question.

When you have answered all the questions in your four subjects,

• Press “S” to Submit your exam.

The computer will pop up a question on the screen asking if you really want to submit.

• Press “Y” to say YES and confirm your submission.
• Press “R” to Return to the questions without submitting.

CAUTION!!!

Once you press Y for YES after pressing S for SUBMIT, your submission will be confirmed and there is NO GOING BACK.

Be sure you have finished and satisfied with all your answers in your four subjects before submitting.

 

Then Let me show you How To Answer JAMB Questions With Computer Mouse:

If you are good with computers, the mouse device can also serve you better. When you use a mouse device use the LEFT CLICK to select your answer.

1. Move the mouse pointer (cursor) to the option you want to choose.
2. Point the cursor directly on the small circle behind that option.
3. Left-click on your mouse to select that option.
4. Move the cursor to point to “NEXT” button.
5. Left-click on the mouse to go to the Next question.
6. Repeat step 1-5 for the next and other questions.

After answering all the questions in your four subjects,

• Move the cursor to point to “SUBMIT EXAM” button. Left-click the mouse.
  The computer will pop up a question asking if you really want to submit.
• Left-click on “YES” to confirm your submission.
• Left-click on “NO” or “RETURN” to go back to the questions.

Once you click on YES after clicking on SUBMIT EXAM, your submission will be confirmed and there is NO GOING BACK.

Caution!!! Be sure you have answered the questions in all your four subjects before submitting.

 

Related Links:

• Forget Expo!!! Here Are 7 Clever Ways To Pass JAMB
• How To Prepare & Pass JAMB UTME

• 2025 JAMB CBT Exam Centres In Nigeria 36 States

• Tips To Overcoming Examination Fever

We advise you use the computer keyboard for your JAMB Exam because it is the simplest. But if you are good with computers, the mouse can also serve you better.

And should any of these computer parts malfunction during your JAMB exam, call the attention of the invigilators immediately.

We expect to receive questions from you. Your comments will be promptly responded to as we are ready to assist you in regard to this article.